What are the rights of women in Islam? Islam establishes numerous rights for women. On a societal level, Islam affirms the rights of women to maintain their identities, property, and dignity throughout their lives. Even after marriage, a Muslim woman’s name remains her own; she is not obligated or expected to adopt her husband’s surname. If she […]
What is Islamic spirituality? Spirituality in Islam focuses on purifying one’s inner being, and then on manifesting this positive inner change in daily life through ritual worship and ethical conduct. Islam teaches that God has instilled in all people a predisposition towards having faith, enjoying a meaningful relationship with God, and living a life of doing good. This
What is Sharia? Sharia is the set of Islamic laws that encompass both the religious and secular practices of Muslims. Often redundantly referred to as “Sharia law,” Sharia encompasses the legal dimensions of Muslim life. It is akin to halakhah (Jewish law). In fact, not only do Sharia and halakha play similar roles in Muslim
How does Islam nourish our emotional well-being? Islam provides a sense of purpose and emotional fulfillment through attachment to God. Spirituality and religiosity are also associated with better mental health and have been identified as essential aspects of preventing and treating mental illness. Islamic spirituality provides ultimate purpose and meaning to human life—two aspects central to human flourishing
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What is Ramadan? Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. A foundational pillar of practicing Islam is fasting during the month of Ramadan. This devotional act is observed by over a billion Muslims worldwide today. Fasting is a major act of worship, and it is a powerful means of cultivating God-consciousness in the heart and
Islam: A religion of peace or a religion of violence? For the majority of the world’s 1.8 billion Muslims, Islam represents a comprehensive way of living a life devoted to God. However, over time, fearmongers and the actions of a few have stirred doubt about Islam’s views on violence. On this page, we will answer commonly
Introduction Many children in our community suffer from homelessness, poverty, neglect and disabilities. These children have less or no educational services. Education is the key to success and this pillar helps to alleviate their situation. What do we aim to accomplish? What are the needs in the community? Why do we need to focus on
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Introduction Homelessness or the risk of homelessness affects millions of people every year. Job loss, low wages, disability, substance abuse, family conflict, domestic violence and other factors contribute to the problem. While most people experiencing or facing homelessness are adults, particularly veterans, many of the homeless are families with children. Even though we can’t reach
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Introduction to the pillar: “O you who believe! Be standard bearers for Justice, as witnesses to Allah, even as against yourselves……, …..and if you Distort Justice or decline To do Justice, verily Allah is well-Acquainted with all that you do.” [Qur’an 4:135] The concept of Social Justice is central in Islam and working towards it
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